2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2007 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (193 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 56 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2007 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 166 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 62 L |
